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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2016LEGACY 2.5IREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALEXHAUST SYSTEM (H4DO)FRONT EXHAUST PIPEASSEMBLY
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i
Front Exhaust Pipe: Assembly
2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Assembly
- Install each cover to the front exhaust pipe.
Tightening torque:Β
13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)Β
- Install the center exhaust pipe to front exhaust pipe.NOTE: Use a new gasket.
Tightening torque:Β
42.5 N.m (4.3 kgf-m, 31.3 ft-lb)Β
- Install the front oxygen (A/F) sensor and rear oxygen sensor to the front exhaust pipe. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Oxygen (A/F) Sensor. > < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Rear Oxygen Sensor. >
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.